2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 vs Bavaria C42 — Comparison
Bavaria C42
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 | Bavaria C42 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Bavaria |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Philippe Briand | cossutti yacht design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.32 m (47.0 ft) | 12.88 m (42.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.55 m (41.2 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,400 kg (7,496 lbs) | 2,750 kg (6,063 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) | 76.0 m² (818 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 190 L (50.2 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 380 L (100.4 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 and Bavaria C42 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Bavaria C42 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Bavaria C42 was designed by cossutti yacht design.
In terms of size, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 measures 14.32m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.49m, compared to the Bavaria C42 at 12.88m (42.3ft) with a 4.09m beam. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 is 1.44m longer than the Bavaria C42. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.14 and 96.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria C42, with an SA/D of 17.98 and 76.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Bavaria C42 has a comfort ratio of 15.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 29.6% for the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 and 30.9% for the Bavaria C42, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 380L of water capacity and 190L of fuel. The Bavaria C42 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 340L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria C42 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2012 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 469 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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